What kind of hardware do I need to mount this on a flat roof? Where I live I have Santa Ana winds and I have to make sure it won't blow away!
31977
According to the manufacturer, mounting hardware is included. That being said, you would have to judge whether what is included is sufficient to handle the Santa Ana winds. I'm sure you will find what you need to beef it up at your local hardware store.
305724
Here is a link to the one I used. I didn't mount it on the roof, but it says you can:Lifetime 9594 Universal Mounting KitScott
1478245
Concur with previous comments. Best to mount it outdoor, chimney mount, using pipe, some strapping, and the brackets that come with the antenna.
151565
You will probably need to drill threw the roof. I would recommend the Big Sky Racks Sky Bar SBR-2G.
86134
How is it secured to resist wind? Guidelines? Weights? Do either come with it and if not where are they available?
1477485
We haven't had winds that strong since I installed it but I think it will hold up if installed properly. The anchors seem very well made to me. Hope that helps.
2129157
I would worry about the light weight of this fan. It would tend to blow over if you had any wind at all. I would go for a heavier weight more stable fan,
1868693
It just needs to be placed on a stable level surface. I place mine on top of my RV I do attach a tether (strap) so the wind won't blow it off. It's been in a few storms and still hasn't moved.
2207454
I used the same size and length of pipe to mount a weather station to the side of a building. It has held up great, but you will have more weight at the top. Just seperate the mounts further apart and it should hold up as well......
8447
It may deflect some of the wind, most certainly bugs & rocks. I would check all the bolts on the hood hinges to insure they are tight.
1251417
I'd say it would need to be somehow secured into the ground. I would think a strong wind could definitely blow it over. We have ours screwed down onto a wooden deck.
2021568
I suspect it's OK for temporary use for your application; though you would need to secure it to the deck properly with bolts. Otherwise, a strong wind will blow it away.
1885275
Looking at the one I have, I don't think I would mount it without protection from the elements. Direct rain wouldn't do it any good. My manual that came with it said nothing about where to mount it, only leave space for air circulation. I'm using mine in a 5th wheel camper. Hope this helps. Great product.
1787006
Hi we live in Portland Tx, Spring and Summer can be very windy here, 3 corners are anchored to the house and one on Post cemented and then anchor to a tree otherwise the post will bend, hardware used ( steel cable, turnbuckles, anchor mounts) bought at lowes... Haven"t had any issues so far, great shade cover.
565043
This is a well built vent. But don't put in on a roof. It should be for the side of the house. The problem you'll have if it's on the roof is, when it rains, the water will come down through it. The neck doesn't have enough height to prevent it. Get a goose neck vent if it's going on a roof.
1213203
You have to buy mounting hardware separately because there are many different ways people will need to mount it. Some poles have a "foot" designed to attach to a roof, others are designed for attaching to the side of a wall. Other buyers may have an exiting old-school antenna on their roof and can just attach it directly to the same pole that that uses.
1787004
I anchored mine for that exact reason. Lots of wind in stl. I was able to anchor to the house using chain and eye bolts into a 2x10 and I had 6x6 wood posts set in cement off the corners 9 ft high. I did that for other reasons but it works great. I would recommend anchoring all 4 corners in some way. Great product, btw